1992 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
